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 William Bradley Beres, Bill, Billy, Dad, Grandpa,Papa Bear Grumpy to those who knew and loved him most, lost his battle with cancer on December 31st, 2020 in the company of his wife and daughter Kelly. He was 71 years young. He is survived by his loving wife and soul mate Tara, his 3 children Kurt, Kelly and Kimberly and his grandchildren, Izzy, Aidan, Charlie, Colin and Remi.
In life he gave everything to his family. Bill grew up in Cleveland, down the street from Tara where they met and became best friends at Belvoir Elementary School. He attended Cleveland Heights High School and graduated from Sullivan County Community College and Pratt University. In addition to calling Cleveland Home for most of his life, he also lived in New York City and Newburgh, Indiana. During his career he wore several different hats but was probably best known for his years in the food industry. Bill loved to cook, tell tall tales that often had a string of truth, and take his family on weekend adventures. He loved to drive and took his kids on trips to Niagara Falls, Mammoth Caves, and Washington DC to name a few and loved visiting his Southern California family. His smile could light up a room and his laugh will be missed.
Later in life Billy and Tara often travelled, hung out with friends and enjoyed time with children and grandchildren. He and Tara went to Disney World with their daughter Kelly’s family, a cruise with family in celebration of their Daughter Kim’s wedding, and took yearly trips to Kennywood with his Son Kurt and family. He welcomed with open arms his son in-laws Dean and Colin, and adored his daughter in-law Danielle. But above everything else he was in love to his dying day with his wife Tara, together they found innumerable ways of saying I love you without using words and it is through their example that their children fell in love and married their own spouses.
A Celebration of his Life will be held on Sunday January 17th at 2pm EST. If you are interested in participating in the celebration you can register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrfuyrpzIuGNPiNViPGJAkKp8ErzBQIkAs people are asked to submit stories and photos at https://www.gatheringus.com/memorial/william-bill-beres/6257
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Marlene Iafornaro (Roberto)
Tara, so sorry for the loss of your soulmate. It sounds like you had a wonderful life together with so many memories to help you through this difficult time and beyond
Mark Wachter
So sorry to learn of Bill's passing. Tara, may his memory be a blessing to you and your family. I look forward to seeing you in better times.
Mark
Judith Waxler (Mintz)
So very sorry Tara. I remember Bill as a kind sweet person who always had a smile and a kind word. May he Rest In Peace. You are blessed to have so many loved family members to be around and share warm memories of wonderful times together. Love and hugs to you all...
Glenn Gimbut
My condolances to the family for your loss. I enjoyed reading William's life story and the love between him and Tara. No doubt William will be missed.
Jim Weiss
I am so sorry to hear about Bill. I remember him as being a very nice guy always with a smile! May he Rest In Peace.
Judith Arbitman
My deepest condolences to Tara and family on the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. May his name forever be as a blessing
Helene Siegel
Tara, I am so sorry for your's and your family's loss. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. I hope all your happy memories give you some comfort during this difficult time. I remember what a nice person Bill was.at Heights. Take care.
Andrew "Andy" Haas (Haas)
Such a kind, nice man. RIP Bill. My thoughts and prayers to the Berea family.
Helene Rollins (Rollins)
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My thoughts are with Tara and the family...Helene Rollins
Linda Moldaver
Tara, I was so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Your friendship and love of each other is a timeless shining legacy that will be admired for generations to come. You and your family take care of yourselves.